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Amadeus Waterways
Cruising Europe's Rivers
Amadeus Waterways owns and operates the newest, most state-of-the-art fleet of river cruise vessels in Europe. Since its debut in 2002, the line has redefined European river cruising with innovations that have set new standards in the industry. The MS Amadolce and MS Amalyra will debut in 2009, joining the MS Amadante (2008), MS Amacello (2008), MS Amalegro (2007) and the MS Amadagio (2006). Two more new ships are scheduled for 2010. These vessels set new standards in European river cruising and offer a number of features, which no other European river cruise ship can match. Each AMAWATERWAYS vessel carries 148 passengers in unequaled luxury, comfort and style and is staffed by a highly-trained professional crew, with an ongoing emphasis on personal service. Amadeus Waterways European Cruises
- 9 Days starting at $1999
Cruise through Holland & Belgium in the Spring
- 12 Days starting at $2659
Enjoy a 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Trier, then spend 3 nights in Paris
- 12 Days starting at $2659
Spend 3 nights in Prague, then enjoy a fascinating cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest
- 12 Days starting at $2659
Spend 3 nights in Prague, then enjoy a fascinating cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest
- 14 Days starting at $2999
Spend 2 nights in Budapest, enjoy an unforgettable 7-night cruise then relax for 3 nights in Prague
- 14 Days starting at $2339
3 nights in Paris, an enchanting 7-night cruise from Trier to Nuremberg plus 2 nights in Prague
- 15 Days starting at $3419
Start with 2 nights in Budapest, then take a 7-night cruise to Bulgaria, stay 1 night in Bulgaria and end with 3 nights in Istanbul
- 16 Days starting at $3699
A Truly Grand Cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest through the Heart of Europe and Across the Continental Divide
- 21 Days starting at $4898
Spend 2 nights in Budapest, savor a stunning 14-day river cruise from Budapest to Trier, then end your holiday with 3 fascinating nights in Paris
- 23 Days starting at $5538
Spend 3 nights in Prague, take a 14-night cruise to Bulgaria, stay 1 night in Bulgaria and end your vacation with 3 nights in Istanbul
- 30 Days starting at $7337
A grand European journey visiting 11 countries including a fascinating 21-night cruise from Trier, Germany to Romania and Bulgaria, and ending with a 3-night stay at the luxurious Ritz Carlton Hotel in magical Istanbul
- 15 Days starting at $3719
Spend 3 nights in Paris, travel by high-speed TGV train to Lyon, then savor an enchanting 7-night cruise through Provence, ending with a 3-night stay in Barcelona
- 12 Days starting at $2749
Spend 3 nights in Lisbon, then enjoy a relaxing 7-night cruise through the Douro River Valley
- 11 Days starting at $2339
Enjoy 2 nights in Prague, then visit the Fascinating Christmas Markets between Nuremberg and Budapest
- 12 Days starting at $2559
Spend 3 nights in Paris, then enjoy a 7-night cruise from Trier to Amsterdam
Amadeus Waterways
River Cruise Itineraries
- 9 Days starting at $1999 Discover the beauty and history of the Dutch and Belgian waterways in springtime. Admire the colorful tulip carpets and flower displays; stroll amidst Kinderdijks’ lush green countryside dotted with the world-famous windmills, taste the local cheese and learn about the traditions of the friendly Dutch and Flemish people. In Belgium, admire great medieval cities like Antwerp, Ghent and Bruges with their stunning architecture and traditions and sample the delicious pastries and chocolates.
- 12 Days starting at $2659
Visit some of Europe's most fascinating cities as you sail the Rhine River from youthful Amsterdam to Germany's fashion center, Düsseldorf. Explore splendid Cologne with its magnificent Dome and admire the picturesque Rhine castles on your way to bustling Frankfurt and medieval Heidelberg. Continue to fascinating Koblenz and cruise the beautiful Mosel River Valley to charming Cochem and lovely Bernkastel. Disembark in Trier, Germany's oldest town, and tour Luxembourg before your splendid finale in Paris.
- 12 Days starting at $2659
Framed by Austrian Alps, lush vineyards, and medieval castles, the Danube River casts the lure of romance that has caught many artists, musicians, and poets throughout the centuries. Travel through each of these captivating cities, beginning with a 3-night stay in fairytale Prague followed with 7 nights on the timeless Danube River from Vilshofen to Budapest. Explore a 2,000-year- old city and visit Europe’s largest pipe organ, savor local wines throughout the Wachau Valley, and have your senses heightened with the timeless beauty and rich history of Vienna and Budapest.
- 12 Days starting at $2659
Start your voyage with historic Prague, also called “the city of a hundred spires.” Celebrate the beauty and history of the Danube, Europe’s second largest river. Journey from Nuremberg on the Main-Danube Canal across the Continental Divide, and along the way, visit charming towns and marvel at beautiful vistas. Enter Austria and cruise through the lush Wachau wine region. Then, conclude your European river cruise vacation with two grand old capitals, magnificent Vienna and vibrant Budapest.
- 14 Days starting at $2999
See the very best of Europe’s highlights and experience centuries of art, history and culture. From Budapest, a famous haven for musicians, writers and artists, cruise through the stunning cultural cities of Vienna, Bratislava, Passau and Regensburg. Along the way, visit magnificent cathedrals and baroque abbeys. Explore the charming Wachau Valley and traverse by cruise ship Europe’s Continental Divide - made possible through the engineering masterpiece of the Main-Danube Canal. Treat yourself to fine cuisine and the great wines of the region. Take an optional excursion to Salzburg and celebrate the heritage of Mozart, one of the world’s greatest composers.
- 14 Days starting at $2339
Those returning from Germany are singing the praises of the fascinating Rhine and the Mosel as the most scenic European rivers. Start your European vacation with a big splash in Paris before joining our cruise in Trier, the oldest city in Germany. You will be enchanted by the meandering Mosel Valley with Europe's steepest vineyards and the precious towns of Bernkastel, Zell and Cochem. Taste the Mosel vintages in cozy taverns, then sail through the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine with all its picturesque castles from Koblenz to charming Rüdesheim. Enter the Main River with its quaint medieval towns of Miltenberg, Wertheim and Bamberg and sail through the Main-Danube Canal to historic Nuremberg before ending your journey in historic Prague.
- 15 Days starting at $3419
Start your journey with vibrant Budapest, a famous haven for musicians, writers and artists. See the rolling hills and vine clad slopes of Pecs before departing Hungary. Soon, the Danube makes up the boundary between Serbia on one side and Croatia on the other. Cruise through the narrow gorges of the Iron Gates, a narrow passage which divides Europe's Balkan from the Carpathian mountains. Then, sail along the Romanian-Bulgarian border to Bucharest, the capital and largest city in Romania. Disembark and continue by motorcoach to Veliko Tarnovo, the ancient capital of Bulgaria, before arriving in Plovdiv, the second largest city in Bulgaria. Conclude your grand vacation in Istanbul, a city with rich history going back thousands of years.
- 16 Days starting at $3699
A magnificent cruise indeed as you follow the route of emperors and kings on your exciting European journey along three great rivers and through five fascinating countries! Marvel at the engineering wonders of the Main-Danube Canal as you traverse Europe's Continental Divide by ship. Discover the culture and traditions of grand old capitals like Bratislava, Vienna and Budapest. Visit perfectly preserved medieval towns and cruise through Europe’s loveliest countryside with fairytale castles and sample the finest wines and local gourmet cuisines.
- 21 Days starting at $4898
Combine the highlights of the legendary Main and Danube with the picturesque Rhine and Mosel and experience a voyage of cultural and scenic diversity through the six countries of Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, Luxembourg and France. Start your European vacation with two grand old capitals, vibrant Budapest and magnificent Vienna. Journey on the Main-Danube Canal across the Continental Divide, and visit charming towns with beautiful vistas. Cruise through the lush and scenic Mosel Valley, famous for its many historical castles and the steepest vineyards in the world, and be close to the heart of the people living in the medieval cities along the Rhine and Main river. Conclude your European vacation in Paris, the City of Lights.
- 23 Days starting at $5538
Celebrate the beauty and history of the Danube, Europe's second largest river. Journey from Nuremberg across the Continental Divide, and along the way visit charming towns and marvel at beautiful vistas. Enter Austria and cruise along the Wachau wine region. Visit three grand old capitals, magnificent Vienna, charming Bratislava and vibrant Budapest. Continue to Croatia and Serbia and cruise through the Iron Gates, a very narrow passage dividing the Balkan mountains from the Carpathian mountains. Sail along the Romanian/Bulgarian border before ending your grand European journey in what was known for centuries as the world’s greatest city, Istanbul.
- 30 Days starting at $7337
Begin your European vacation with Paris, the “City of Lights.” See charming towns and historical castles as you cruise along the Rhine and Main river. Sail along the Romanian/Bulgarian border on to Serbia and through the Iron Gates, a very narrow passage dividing the Alps from the Carpathian mountains. Continue to Plovdiv, the second largest city in Bulgaria, before joining your cruise in Romania. See the very best of what Europe has to offer and enjoy the history and beauty along the Danube River before ending your vacation in what was known for centuries as the greatest city in the world, Istanbul.
- 15 Days starting at $3719
From the magic of Paris to the romance of Barcelona, this itinerary promises to be one of our most captivating yet. Start your vacation with three glorious days in Paris then travel in style aboard the high speed TGV train to Lyon, France's gastronomical capital. From here, cruise through beautiful wine growing regions where such famous wines as Beaujolais, Côte du Rhône and Chateauneuf-du-Pape are being produced. Explore marvelous Avignon and visit Mediterranean Arles, the city which Vincent Van Gogh captured in many of his master pieces. Disembark and continue to the medieval city of Carcassone, a world UNESCO heritage site close to the Pyrenees. Enjoy the grand finale of your vacation with three fascinating days in magnificent Barcelona.
- 12 Days starting at $2749
Take a relaxing journey through the wonderfully scenic Douro River Valley. It is one of Europe’s most pure and unspoiled rivers decorated with deep cleft gorges, lush vineyards, and sleepy fishing villages. Begin in the capital of the North, Porto and continue inland and on to the countryside of the Trás-os-Montes Region where you will indulge in the small picturesque villages amidst the steep terraces that climb up and into the mountains. Enter Spain to visit Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, located at the center of the “Castilla y León” region before returning to Portugal to visit the ancient and picturesque city of Lamego, before concluding your vacation in historic Porto. Portugal is one of the oldest demarcated wine regions where cuisine is simple, yet flavorful and every dish has an accompanying wine to match.
- 11 Days starting at $2339
Celebrate the magic of the wonderful winter season with a fascinating trip from historic Prague through the beauty and history of the Danube, Europe’s second largest river. Journey from Nuremberg on the Main-Danube Canal across the Continental Divide through many of the Danube’s great cities. Along the way, visit charming towns where so many Christmas traditions began and marvel at beautiful vistas of enchanting Bavaria and the captivating Wachau Valley. Shop at the Christmas markets or celebrate the holiday season with the locals.
- 12 Days starting at $2559
Join the magic of Christmas celebrations from splendid Paris to lively Amsterdam. Along the way, visit fascinating Christmas Markets in charming towns and bustling cities. Cruise from Trier, Germany's oldest town, through the meandering Mosel River Valley to beautiful Bernkastel and Cochem. In Koblenz, enter the Rhine River with its many breathtaking castles and sail upriver to experience the Christmas traditions in medieval Heidelberg as well as in modern Frankfurt. Continue your cruise to Cologne, world famous for its magnificent Dome, and to Düsseldorf, Germany's fashion center. Celebrate the grand finale of your winter exploration in Amsterdam, a modern city with a rich and fascinating history.
Please note: this is a sample itinerary which may be subject to change depending on local conditions. The route will run in reverse on alternate weeks. Prices do not include airfare. Contact The Barge Lady for reservations and more information about River Cruising in Europe. Or call us toll free at (800) 880-0071.
